What makes 8:18 by The Devil Wears Prada notable?

'8:18' received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and sonic evolution, debuting at No. 10 on the Billboard 200 chart. It is often noted for its influence on the metalcore genre by pushing boundaries beyond traditional heavy music into more experimental territory. By the time '8:18' was released in January 2013, The Devil Wears Prada had already established themselves in the metalcore scene with their previous album, 'Dead Throne.' This release marked a pivotal moment as it showcased a shift towards more personal and reflective themes after the band faced lineup changes and personal struggles during the preceding years.

8:18 works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, short, impactful listening sessions and introspective late-night moods.

How many songs are on 8:18?

8:18 has 13 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

8:18

The Devil Wears Prada · 2013

43 min · 13 tracks · metalcore

A raw exploration of emotional turmoil, blending aggressive metalcore riffs with poignant lyrical introspection.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
short, impactful listening sessions
introspective late-night moods
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time '8:18' was released in January 2013, The Devil Wears Prada had already established themselves in the metalcore scene with their previous album, 'Dead Throne.' This release marked a pivotal moment as it showcased a shift towards more personal and reflective themes after the band faced lineup changes and personal struggles during the preceding years.
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